Rev Dennis Cousens has spent most of his life in Hobart, only an hour’s drive from the Midlands of Tasmania, but he will soon get to know the region and its people far more personally. Dennis is the new Frontier Services Midlands Patrol Minister. His …
07 Aug 2013 In Uncategorised By Frontier Services
Outback volunteers, richer than kings
Mother of three and mature-aged nursing student from QUT in Brisbane, Sue Swindon, says she was drawn to volunteering in the outback. In early January, with her car packed with supplies and Google map directions, Sue set off from her home in Indooroopilly, Queensland, for …
01 Aug 2013 In Uncategorised By Frontier Services
Welcome Rev Gregor and Rev Alan
The Uniting Church Assembly and Frontier Services are proud to announce that former Assembly President and long-time champion of Frontier Services, Rev Gregor Henderson, has been confirmed as the new Chairperson of the Frontier Services board. Gregor brings with him a lifelong commitment to the …
24 Jul 2013 In Uncategorised By Frontier Services
Farewell Rosemary
Today, Frontier Services says farewell to its National Director Rosemary Young. We thank Rosemary for her tireless service to and great compassion for the people of remote Australia. Through her guidance and leadership over the past 18 years, Rosemary has ensured that, 100 years on, …
22 Jul 2013 In Uncategorised By Frontier Services
Rev Ian Tucker farewells the Cobar-Nyngan Patrol
After three years of lending a hand and a listening ear, Rev Ian Tucker has finished up as Frontier Services Cobar/Nyngan Patrol Minister this week. As part of his ministry, Ian has supported the Cobar and Nyngan Uniting Church communities and played an important role in providing …